Anxiety and Gastric Issues

Being in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, the anxiety levels of individuals have increased a great deal. Along with the mental pressure, anxiety brings along with it many gastro problems. These problems are now collectively termed as “brain-gut axis” disorders.

These anxiety-related gastro problems are quite common than you may think. That rumble you hear in your stomach before an interview or the abdominal discomfort before undertaking an exam are some of the gastric symptoms related with the sense of anxiousness.

Symptoms

Some of the common symptoms include:

•          Difficulty in swallowing
•          Abdominal bloating after food intake
•          Upper abdominal burning
•          Discomfort/pain
•          Constipation
•         Diarrhea
•         Region pain

These symptoms arise due to the neurochemicals released during the anxious or stressed state and not due to any diseases in the digestive system. Thus when the stress factors leading to anxiety are identified and presented to the patient and when they process or avoid them mentally, the symptoms slowly go away.

Good lifestyle modifications

To keep your mind stress-free and avoid further symptoms, here are some lifestyle changes to make:

•          Proper timing of meals
•          Good hydration and sleep
•          Sunlight exposure
•          Good hygiene
•          Regular physical activity

There are some red flag signs/symptoms like severe abdominal pain, blood loss in vomit or stools, unexplained weight loss, fever, etc., that should be ruled out before choosing to label that the patient is experiencing anxiety-induced functional gastro disorder.

Also Read: How to maintain a healthy digestive system – Infographic

Other than this, some cases might require the help of a gastrophysician and an occasional referral to a psychologist/psychiatrist. Lending a sympathetic ear to the patient’s concerns and some kind words can help a great deal in soothing the condition when compared to supportive medicine.

Kauvery Hospital

People can experience gastro problems due to stress and anxiety, and this can worsen sometimes even making the patient sick to the stomach. If you experience any of the above symptoms and they do not seem to get better with time, visit a doctor. You can use the gastroenterologist near me option or visit Kauvery Hospitals, and we assure you to provide the best care.

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Dengue Fever Awareness

We have had a rough 2020, and 2021 doesn't seem to be any less stressful. While dealing with the pandemic, it is important to remember that the pandemic has not caused other illnesses to recede. We are still vulnerable to all the other diseases out there, and for us, Chennaiities, Dengue tops the list.

How is Dengue caused?

The Aedes mosquitoes cause dengue fever. When a mosquito bites a person infected with a dengue virus, the virus enters the mosquito. Then, when the infected mosquito bites another person, the virus enters that person's bloodstream and causes an infection.



The Dengue mosquito, or the Aedes aegypti, is about 4-7 meters long. It has white markings on its legs and the upper surface of its body. The female mosquito has a shorter antenna, and the male has a longer one. It is the female mosquito that is dangerous. Be on the look-out for mosquitoes with white markings and short antennae. These are most active during the day.

They breed in any place with stagnant water and therefore flourish in cities and city suburbs where they can find stagnant water in discarded tyres, empty flower pots, coconut shells, etc.

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Symptoms of Dengue

It is common for an infected person to manifest symptoms between 3-14 days. It usually starts with a fever. Within 2-5 days, there could be a rash and blood in stools. In young women, menstrual bleeding may be heavy. There is usually throat and nose chest congestion between the third and seventh day. Other symptoms include:

· Nausea
· Vomiting
· Rash
· Aches and pains
· Eye pain, typically behind the eyes
· Bone pain
· Fever

Symptoms of Dengue typically last 2–7 days. Most people will recover after about a week.

Dengue Fever Awareness

While the world is dealing with a pandemic, mosquito season has come around again, bringing with it the risk of Dengue. To protect ourselves against Dengue, it is essential to understand the disease.

Dengue facts

• Dengue fever is a disease caused by a family of viruses transmitted by the Aedes mosquitoes.
• More than 67000 people a year across India are diagnosed with dengue fever every year.

Causes of Dengue fever

When a mosquito bites a person infected with a dengue virus, the virus enters the mosquito. Then, when the infected mosquito bites another person, the virus enters that person's bloodstream and causes an infection.

Symptoms

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Aches and pains
• Eye pain, typically behind the eyes
• Bone pain
• Fever

Symptoms of Dengue typically last 2–7 days. Most people will recover after about a week.

The Dengue mosquito

The mosquito that spreads Dengue, Aedes aegypti, can be recognized by white markings on its legs and a marking on its thorax's upper surface. Both males and females have antennae. The mosquito with the shorter antenna is the female mosquito, which is the one that spreads the dengue virus. These mosquitoes are most active during the day. They breed in stagnant water.

Preventative measure against Dengue

• Use insect repellent in your surroundings
• Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants at home and outside
• Use mosquito meshing to prevent mosquitoes in your home
• Makes sure there are no stagnant water bodies around your house

With preventative action, you can get through the mosquito season without a problem.